Defense Attorney Responsibilities

What is the first thing a defense attorney will usually do?

• Develop a strategy

• Talk with the defendant

• Plea bargaining

• Investigate the case

What is one of the substantial parts of a defense attorney's process?

• Talking with the judge

• Investigating the case

• Plea bargaining

• Selecting the jury

What does a criminal defense attorney need to do after gathering evidence?

• Plea bargaining

• Talk with the judge

• Develop a defensive strategy

• Select the jury

What might a defense lawyer discuss if they feel it will be difficult to get a not guilty verdict?

• Dismissal

• Plea bargain

• Appeal

• Change of venue

Who is responsible for selecting the jury for the trial?

• The defendant

• The police

• The defense lawyer and prosecution

• The judge

What will a defense lawyer attempt to do if the prosecution convinces the jury of the defendant’s guilt?

• Appeal immediately

• Change the jury

• Dismiss the case

• Plea for lighter sentencing

What is the first thing you should expect from a criminal defense lawyer?

• Friendliness

• Honesty

• Aggressiveness

• Sympathy

What is the principle in courts regarding the defendant?

• Innocent by default

• Guilty by association

• Innocent until proven guilty

• Guilty until proven innocent

What is the role of a criminal defense lawyer?

• Advisor, negotiator, and representative

• Judge, jury, and executioner

• Prosecutor, defender, and witness

• None of the above

What should you do if you feel your lawyer is not detail-oriented?

• Ask for a discount

• Complain to the judge

• Find a new lawyer

• Ignore it